Yes, it is bad for you...
AND for those of you suffering with edema, it puts more stress on your kidney's to take over the counter meds like ibuprofen, etc. Most good kidney doctors will ask you to stay away from any over the counter anti-inflamitory drugs too. I know in my experience that they would swell up. Also like bullterrier mentioned they are very hard on your stomach and sometimes you DON'T feel it, only when it is too late and you end up with an ulcer...
If you MUST take something, try regular aspirin, BUT you must have something ON YOUR stomach. I know there are various "candy coated" types and also some that you can get from your doctor. AGAIN TAKE food with them. AND like all things moderation, moderation, moderation. NSAIDS - (Non steroid anti-inflamitory drugs) tend to be very hard on your kidneys whether they are in perscription form or over the counter, it is all the same.
Hugs,
Canasa